Canal Pub and Hotel
The Castle of Brecon Hotel
Castle Square, Brecon LD3 9DB.
Canal Pub and Hotel
#1 Rated Hotel on the Mon & Brec Canal
Hotel on the Mon & Brec Canal
The Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, often called the Mon & Brec Canal, is a scenic waterway that runs through the countryside of South Wales. Built in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the canal was originally used to transport coal, iron, and limestone from the industrial valleys to towns and ports. It stretches for about 35 miles (56 km) between Brecon and Cwmbran, passing through the beautiful landscapes of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Unlike many other canals, the Mon & Brec Canal has very few locks and follows a peaceful, winding route through villages, farms, and wooded hillsides. Today it is mainly used for leisure activities such as narrowboat holidays, walking, fishing, and cycling, and it is valued for both its natural beauty and its historical importance.
Mon & Brec Canal's Best Hotel in 2026